Attractions in Poznań - discover the most interesting places and monuments

We invite you for a walk around the capital of Wielkopolska! Thanks to our tour, you will visit the most interesting places and get to know the biggest tourist attractions. Exotics, real (and not only) animals and tasting something sweet await you. You will find out how to find cheap train connections to Poznań from cities such as Warsaw, Wrocław or Szczecin. Book your train ticket today and discover Poznan!

Discover with us the highlights of Poznan - a city full of history. If you are wondering what to visit in Poznan, our guide will help you discover (sic!) interesting places. This city offers many attractions which you can easily reach during our 2-hour walk.

We have prepared a route that will take you through the attractions of Poznań , such as the Old Market Square, the Palm House, the Imperial Castle and the Citadel Park. During the walk you will visit the most interesting places and learn about urban curiosities. Did you know that Poznań is the birthplace of the St. Martin's croissant - a sweet treat that has even lived to have its own festival and museum?

Our excursion entitled. "The greatest attractions in Poznan" we start by getting off at the 📍Poznań Główny station. The modern station building was constructed in connection with Poland's hosting of EURO 2012. The station was part of a huge transport project to integrate the station with other modes of transport, a shopping mall and the Poznań International Fair. From here we set off to explore Poznań and see the Poznań Palm House ⤵️.

🕚 14 min 🚶1 km

This is a true oasis of the exotic in the heart of the city! Here you will find more than 1,100 species of plants from all over the world. The Palm House is one of the oldest of its kind in Europe - its origins date back to the late 19th century. In one of the pavilions you can admire exotic fish swimming in an impressive aquarium. The wildlife attractions are the perfect place for a family walk. From there, we head off to the 📍The old zoo ⤵️

🕚 17 min 🚶1.2 km

It was founded in 1874 and is one of the oldest zoological gardens in Poland. Although more intimate today, it has retained its charm as a place of education and relaxation. The Old Zoo was the inspiration for the creation of the 'New Zoo', which is now the main zoo in Poznan. A visit to the Old Zoo is an excellent attraction for families with children, offering close contact with the animals. Then our steps are directed to 📍Zamek Cesarski⤵️.

🕚 15 min 🚶1.1 km

It is a remarkable building, hiding a lot of history. Built in the early 20th century for Kaiser Wilhelm II, it was Hitler's headquarters during World War II. Today, it serves as a cultural centre where exhibitions, concerts and performances are organised. The castle is one of the most important places on the map of attractions in Poznań. It's time to change the surroundings - we're going to 📍Park Cytadela⤵️

🕚 26 min 🚶1.8 km

This is the largest park in Poznań, which was created on the site of a former defensive fortress. The site is full of historical traces, including the Museum of Armaments and war cemeteries. There is the sculpture "Nierozpoznani" by Magdalena Abakanowicz - a collection of mysterious, faceless figures that intrigue anyone who sees them. Poznan's attractions are history and art intertwined into one. It's time to visit the city centre, more specifically 📍Stara Rynek⤵️

🕚 22 min 🚶1.6 km

What to see in Poznań? The Old Market Square is a must-see! It is the pulsating heart of the city, surrounded by colourful townhouses that hide centuries-old secrets. The central point of the market is the Town Hall, where every day at 12:00 you can see the famous Poznań goats trumpeting their horns. Hidden in the basement of the Town Hall is the Archaeological Museum. For those who get hungry good news - we're going to 📍Museum Rogali⤵️

🕚 2 min 🚶260 m

The Croissant Museum of Poznań is a unique place where you can learn the secrets of baking the famous St. Martin's croissants, which are a symbol of the city. During interactive shows, visitors can try their hand at baking croissants themselves. This is an ideal tourist attraction in Poznań for families. After the sweet moments, something for the adults - 📍 Old Browar⤵️

🕚 12 min 🚶850 m

A unique combination of art, commerce and business, it is considered one of the most beautiful shopping centres in the world. Built on the site of the former Hugger brewery, the venue has retained many original industrial elements. It hosts cultural events every year, including concerts and contemporary art exhibitions, making it one of the most important tourist attractions in Poznan. This is the end of our tour. Back to the 📍Poznań Główny station.

By train, of course! Fast connections to Poznań from many cities in Poland and the central location of the Poznań station make the train an excellent travel option. Trains to Poznań run from most large and medium-sized cities in Poland. The easiest connections you will find are: Szczecin-Poznań, Warsaw-Poznań, Wrocław-Poznań, Gdańsk-Poznań. Interestingly, the Express InterCity train between Warsaw and Poznań takes less than 2 hours 20 minutes!

Want to find cheap train tickets to Poznan? Book in advance, especially during the tourist season! On our website EuroPodróże.pl you can quickly compare ticket prices. It's worth being flexible - prices depend on the place of departure, date and popularity of the route. A slightly more expensive but faster connection will give you more time for sightseeing. There are many trains to Poznań from all over Poland.

Check your tickets and any changes to the timetable before you go. By booking through our service, you will receive your ticket by email and SMS, and 30 minutes before departure we will remind you of your journey. If you have any questions, our helpline is open every day until 11 p.m. On the train you can use sockets, Wi-Fi and restaurant cars. Suitably adapted seats are available for those with special needs.

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